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This document is a notice from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) about the U.S. President's declaration of an emergency in Florida due to Tropical Storm Helene, starting from September 23, 2024. The declaration allows for federal assistance to help manage emergency conditions in various Florida counties, focusing on protective measures, evacuation, and shelter support. The federal assistance is aimed at supporting local efforts to save lives, protect property, and mitigate hazards related to the storm, sharing costs up to 75% for eligible expenses. FEMA appointed John E. Brogan as the Federal Coordinating Officer to oversee the relief efforts.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), under the Department of Homeland Security, has released the finalized Version 5.0 of the Public Assistance Program and Policy Guide. This guide is designed to simplify the process of determining eligibility for the Public Assistance Program by consolidating policies and incorporating external FEMA resources. It emphasizes reducing paperwork and supports the rebuilding of disaster-hit communities with cost-effective hazard mitigation measures. Version 5.0 will be applicable to incidents declared on or after January 6, 2025, and is accessible online through FEMA’s site and the regulations.gov website.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has updated a major disaster declaration for Florida, originally announced on October 11, 2024. This amendment, issued on November 4, 2024, includes Palm Beach County as an area affected by the disaster, allowing it to receive additional federal support for permanent work such as repairs and rebuilding. The amendment provides a list of federal assistance programs available to help address the needs of individuals, households, and the community impacted by the disaster. The Administrator of FEMA, Deanne Criswell, authorized this amendment to expand aid and resources to those affected.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has amended a major disaster declaration for Hawaii, originally issued on April 1, 2020. This amendment, effective January 20, 2021, involves appointing Tammy L. Littrell as the Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing Robert J. Fenton. FEMA also outlines various assistance programs associated with disaster relief efforts, such as community disaster loans, crisis counseling, and housing assistance.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a notice amending the emergency declaration for Virginia, initially made on September 29, 2024. The notice, dated November 1, 2024, marks the closure of the emergency incident period effective October 3, 2024. This update includes various programs available for disaster assistance, such as Community Disaster Loans and Disaster Housing Assistance. The notice is part of FEMA's ongoing efforts to manage disaster relief and recovery.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has issued a notice amending a major disaster declaration for Vermont, initially declared on April 8, 2020. This update, announced on January 14, 2021, involves the appointment of Paul F. Ford as the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing W. Russell Webster. The notice also provides a list of federal assistance programs available to individuals and organizations affected by the disaster, such as disaster loans and housing assistance.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) issued an amendment to a major disaster declaration for Massachusetts originally dated March 27, 2020. This amendment, which took effect on January 14, 2021, appoints Paul F. Ford as the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing W. Russell Webster. The document specifies several federal assistance programs available under the disaster declaration for affected individuals and communities.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has made an amendment to the notice of a major disaster declaration for the State of Missouri, known as FEMA-4490-DR, which was originally declared on March 26, 2020. This amendment changes the Federal Coordinating Officer from Paul Taylor to Kathy Fields, effective as of January 10, 2021. The change involves various federal assistance programs, including loans for communities in crisis, counseling resources, assistance for unemployed individuals due to the disaster, and housing support for those affected by declared disasters.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has amended a major disaster declaration for the District of Columbia, originally declared on March 29, 2020. The change, effective January 20, 2021, appoints Janice P. Barlow as the new Federal Coordinating Officer, replacing MaryAnn Tierney. This notice includes a list of the Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance numbers relevant for disaster-related reporting and funds. The update ensures proper coordination and assistance for managing the disaster relief efforts in the region.

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is seeking qualified individuals to join its National Advisory Council (NAC). The council advises FEMA on various aspects of emergency management, ensuring coordination with state, local, tribal, and territorial governments, as well as private sectors. Interested applicants can apply by submitting a package via email before March 12, 2021, outlining their qualifications and interest. Applicants chosen will serve for three years, participating in subcommittee meetings, which meet regularly via teleconference.